Third annual Diaper Derby slated for March 8

Friday

Feb 28, 2014 at 9:00 PM

Youngsters are invited to compete in the biggest tiny tots competition of the year.

NORTH ATTLEBORO — Crawlers start your ‘engines’! Emerald Square Mall is gearing up for the third annual Diaper Derby! Youngsters are invited to compete in the biggest tiny tots competition of the year on Saturday, March 8, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Participants must be crawlers under the age of 12 months and must not be walking to race against each other in a fun competition that will also include other activities before, during and after the races which include:

• Mommy and Me Lounge

• Prize Giveaways

• Face painting by Sue Greco

The winner from each of the heats will then compete for first, second and third prize. This is followed by an award ceremony. All three winners will receive a trophy.

All racers will receive a goody bag (while supplies last).

Registration and participation are free.

This year’s Diaper Derby is limited to the first 72 registered babies. Registration is open now and runs through Saturday, March 8. (Registration on the day of the event will end at 8:45 a.m.)

Pre- Registration is encouraged. To register, parents or guardians can visit Guest Services at the mall or call 508-699-4100.

All participating babies must check in at 9 a.m. at the registration table at Level 1 Center Court.

The Diaper Derby will be held at Emerald Square Mall, 999 S Washington St., North Attleboro.

The event is sponsored by WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Nutrition Program and Bay State Parent Magazine.